Lead Engineer - Mechanical Component

Job Description Summary

The most complex components in power generation don't start out perfect — they are shaped by engineers who are curious, driven, and hungry to build deep expertise. If that sounds like you, this is where your journey accelerates.

Our Mission
At GE Vernova, we are united by a single, urgent, and optimistic mission: electrify to thrive and decarbonize. The world needs us to accelerate the transition to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. Together, we have the energy to change the world.

Job Summary
At GE Vernova, we are tackling some of the world's most challenging energy problems. Joining our team means you will work on technology that powers the world, surrounded by people who are committed to safety, innovation, and sustainability. We believe that diverse perspectives drive the best solutions; that is why we foster an inclusive environment where your voice is heard, your curiosity is encouraged, and your professional development is a priority. We offer the opportunity to build true technical depth on complex Hot Gas Path hardware while working alongside world-class experts who are dedicated to mentoring the next generation of engineering leaders.
As a Lead Engineer in the Turbine Module, you will contribute to the mechanical design, analysis, and evaluation of Hot Gas Path components across GE Vernova's heavy-duty gas turbines. You will take growing ownership of assigned engineering scopes and collaborate with cross-functional, global teams to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions, drive product upgrades and competitiveness. This role requires a balance of technical ownership, innovative problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Program Ownership: Deliver well-defined scopes within New Product Introduction (NPI), Multi-year Agreement (MYA), Pivot to Value (P2V), and Repair programs with task-level accountability. Execute assigned workstreams on complex programs under senior guidance.
• Design & Analysis: Execute mechanical design and analysis of Hot Gas Path components per GE Vernova standards. Build, set up, and troubleshoot FEA models; verify and validate results with senior engineers as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Heat Transfer, Aerodynamics, Manufacturing, Repair, and PDE teams on assigned component scopes to align on timelines and technical inputs.
• Lifing & Design Trade-offs: Apply LCF, HCF, Creep, Oxidation, and Crack Propagation methods to evaluate design margins. Support trade-offs across geometry, cost, performance, material, and producibility (DFMA).
• Design Reviews: Prepare technical review material and lead reviews for assigned scopes. Support CTH-led reviews on complex programs and submit initial reliability/risk assessment proposals.
• Validation Support: Support component-level or engine validation testing tied to assigned designs; incorporate test results into design conclusions and recommendations.
• Operational Excellence: Release and maintain drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation for assigned scopes, accurately and on schedule, per GE Vernova engineering policies. Support organizational initiatives as assigned.
• Hardware Ownership & Field Learnings: Serve as the designated point-of-contact for assigned Hot Gas Path hardware/components across their lifecycle. Track component performance and open items; incorporate DLE, Fleet Engineering, and Services learnings into ongoing design decisions for owned hardware.
• RCA & Issue Resolution: Support root cause analyses for field and manufacturing issues; contribute to resolving supplier quality or producibility concerns within your scope.
• Continuous Improvement & Cost-Out: Apply Lean principles to identify process improvements within your scope; contribute redesign ideas to Value Engineering and Product Cost-Out initiatives.
• Planning & Communication: Build and maintain task plans and first-cut execution schedules for assigned scopes. Report progress, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders on a regular cadence.
• Problem Solving & Escalation: Resolve well-defined technical challenges within scope, applying guidance from senior engineers where needed. Escalate complex issues promptly, with context and initial analysis.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Mentor peers or newer engineers on assigned technical topics. Exchange feedback with team members on deliverables and technical approach.

What You'll Bring

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering — Mechanical, Design, Structural, or Applied Mechanics — from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in turbomachinery component design, mechanical analysis, or a related engineering discipline.
• Working experience in Finite Element Analysis using tools such as ANSYS and NX/Unigraphics - setting up models, running analysis, interpreting results, and making initial design recommendations.
• Familiarity with component life assessment methods: LCF, HCF, Creep, Oxidation, and Crack Propagation.
• Analytical and self-motivated — able to manage multiple concurrent assignments and maintain quality under competing demands.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Hands-on experience with Gas turbine Hot Gas Path components and familiarity with GE Vernova's gas turbine product lines, including current engineering and field challenges.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and BOMs; exposure to Python scripting or other data analysis tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with a proactive and transparent approach to stakeholder engagement.
• A self-starter with strong task-level discipline, confident and independent in resolving ambiguous problems, and reliable in program execution.
• Curious and growth-oriented — actively explores new tools, methods, and approaches, and enjoys mentoring or being mentored.
• A collaborative team player with a customer-first mindset, contributing to a positive, high-performing, and inclusive team culture.

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